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Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1887-03-11
Greentop Crumbs.

Ed. GRAPHIC: As the GRAPHIC
seems to be deficient q correspon-
dent from this point, | thought ]
would inform you that we still live
and more especially do we move.
Last week might have been de-
nominated moving week as there
were some twelve or fifteen
changes.
The Wabash r. r. Co., had a
force of carpenters here last week
remodeling The depot at this point.
The repairs consisted in saving
ofthe posts beneath and letting
the building down considerably,
the cutting down the projecting
caves, and putting on new door
and window facings, etc, etc; all
of which adds materially to the
good looks of the building. We
understand its looks will be furth-
er improved, by anew coat ofIpaint,
in the near future.
Our school closed Feb. 25th.
The two last days were spent in
an examination of the pupils. We
had the pleasure of attending the
last day, and must say the scholars
gave unmistakable evidence of
having done thorough work in all
their studies. The summer term
will open March 18th under the
management of the same teachers,
MIR. and Mrs. McNaught.
The entertainment given by the
pupils Of the Public School, at the
NJ. q. Church Saturday evening,
was grand success, financially
and otherwise. As far as we know
every body went away feeling well
pleased. We suspect our teachers
are cid hands in preparing such
things, if the ease, system and
order with which this one was con-
Quoted is anything to judge from.
Mr.. French's son, Evan, sustain
ed a very painful sprain of the left
ankle, last Wednesday, week ago.
He has been confined to his bed
ever since.
We understand that Mrs. John
Wright is quite sick.
w. ]. Light has sold his resi-
dence to Mrs. G. W. Gatlin.
Mr. EMoses Towles moved last
week into his residence, the same
being the property formerly own
ed by r. r. Wells, who went to
Kansas some two or three years
ago.
Mr. Sherman Reynolds spent
last week in st. Louis, selecting his
stock of spring and summer goods.
No marriages. UNCLE Tom.
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Beyond the River.
Pleasantweather.
Roads IN very bad condition.

Pleasantweather.
Roadsln very bad condition.
Farmers are engaged in sowing
grass seed and other spring work
Sugar making has commenced
along the Charlton.
Mr.. l.. Wimber will have sale
on the 18th OF March.
G. W. Truit recently sold ten
acres of tie timber to A. Kinyon
for $3.50.
Mr.. Thomas Yanlaningham has
commenced work on his new dwell
ling house.
Work will soon commence on
several other improvements.
Center school will close next
Friday.
The Sloans Point society elected
officers last Wednesday night.
Our society at Center is pro-
crossing nicely.
Constable sheeks, of Kirksville,
came out last week and took Os-
car Wimber to town, where he was
fined 81 and costs, amounting to
eight or nine dollars. We under
stand the charge was disturbing
church services at Center school
house. ]. O. I.
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East Wilson Items.

Freezing, thawing, showing
raining and more mud.
Farmers are preparing to SOW
oats.
Mr.. James Price is able to be
out again after \ long illness.
Two gentlemen of Kirksyille,
e..started a cooper shop in this
neighborhood.
Business is booming.
Mr.. Irwin Baker went to Mil
lard Saturday on business,
Miss NJ. Ashley will teach our
summer school. Il. II.
March 7th.
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Third monthly report of Union
School, commencing Jan. Sd, and
ending Jan. 2Sth, 1887; number of
pupils enrolled during the month,
81; number of days attended by
all pupils 4S1; average number OF
pupils attending each day "a;
average number of days attended
by each pupil IA; number of days
taught 20; but one attending every
day; name, Lizzie Howk; names
of visitors omitted this month.
OLDEN PIERCE. Teacher.
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Fourth monthly report of Union

Fourth monthly report of Union
school, commencing Jan. 31st, and
ending Feb. 25th, 1887; number of
pupils enrolled during the month
80; number of days attended by all
pupils 1856; average number of pu-
pills attending each LAY %; aver
age number of days attended by
each pupil "A; number of days
taught %; the name of those at
tending every day are Gerty Good,
Brit. Elmore. Pearly Howk, Ma
son Lee. OLDEN PIERCE,
Teacher.
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1t is often a perplexing task to
think of something new for an
ewing party or parlor entertain
ment and we consequently take
pleasure in calling attention to
the handsome little book" Social
Amusements," issued by the
Wabash, st. Louis & Pacific R'y.
1t tcompletely fills the bill, contain
ing all the latest and most novel
social games, charades, plays for
amateurs, parlor magic, etc, etc,
Send one silver dime and two2
cent stamps to the advertising
department of the W., st. L. & p.
R'y, st. Louis, Mo. and you will
receive the book by return mail
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IN MEMORIUM.

WHEREAS, it has pleased the
Great Master Workman of the uni
verse to call from our midst a fell
low workman, Bro. ]. A. Willard,
and placed him In world where
there is neither sickness, sorrow
nor toll. And though we, his fell
low workers, regret having to part
with our brother, for he was an
earnest worker In the cause of hu-
manity, and as a true Knight of
Labor he was ever ready to lend
a helping hand to needy broth
er here or elsewhere. And
as true Knight he was a good
husband, father, friend and citizen.
Our loss is his gain; he will live IN
the memory of his brother
knights, exercising an influence
for good. Though dead he still
speaketh. Footprints he has left
in which many would do well to
tread. The Knights of Labor be-
longing to the local assembly de-
sire to extend to his bereaved wife
and family their deepestsympathy
j. NJ. DAVIS,
j. W. JOHNSTON,
GEORGE SHAW,
The above was adopted and
placed on record by the Knights
of Labor Assembly 2772.
March 4th, 1887.
J. W. JOHNSTON, N. Y. Y.
GEO. SHAW, Sec.
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HEADS TONES, ETC,
FoR SA1F-Farn IF 1f0 .oro

FoE SALE.-farm of 160 acres
situated within little over an hours drive Z
the beautiful educational city of Kirksville.
MO, 10 acres fenced i'll convenient fields;
120 acres in cultivation and meadow. balance
in timber pasture, 81 mile good hedge fence
balance rail and board fence. Frame house,
with six rooms, plenty Of stock water q living
stream runs through one end OF farm: plenty
OF nearly all kinds OF fruit; beautiful groves
around the house, good school within 20 rods
OF the farm: churches in sight. No L settle
ment: Will be sold az a sacrifice ansi On liberal
terms if cslled for soon. VIII take u art nav in
town property. Address Graphic off ee
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Order of Publication inYacation.

In the circuit court of Adalr county, Missouri.
April term, ISL
The state of Missouri, at the relation and to
the use OF Myron F. Strock collector of the rev.
enue ior the county OF Adair. state Of Missouri
plaintiff. against James imber, Isaac Moving.
er; IL r Mcdaniel and unknown heirs of Ralph
Saiew, defendant.
PETITION FOR TAXES.
=, Now on this 18th day OF Feb ISS7, comes
the above named plaintfT, bv his attorney he
fore the clerk in The Circuit C,art
of the county of Adair and state
OF Missouri, and files his petition in the above
entttied el! lea cause, alleging ameng other things
that tue defendants ;. II. = Mcdaniel and nm
kh own heirs OF Ralph Salew are
non residents cg the state OF Mis-
soeri, so that tEc ordinary process OF iaw
cannon be served upon them and prays that they
De summoned by publication Wherefore il il
ordered by said clerk in vacation that publice-
ton be made. notifying said defendants that an
action mas been commenced against them b, ne
tition in the circuit court Of Adair COUNTY Mis-
sour, the object aud general nature OF which
is % obtain Judgment against said defendants
Tor the sum o. twelve and ls-lo0 dollars, ag-
gregate amount OF taxes for tn1 years
Is79, lSS3, IssS, lSs4 and 1eyied upon
and against the real estate hereinafte sese.rif7
owned by the defendants. said taxes tue and
delinquent ON said land. with interest thereon
as provided by law, together with commission.
attorney fees aud costs Of said pfoceedin.-s
Also to have said judgment declared q lien in
favor of the state OF Missouri on the following,
described land, lying and being situate in the
county Of Adair, and state OfAiissouri. to- Wit.
East half, south west, section thirty one.
township sixty three, range sixteen.
And also TO enforce said lien and to obtain o
decree for the sale of said real estate or so much
thereof us may be necessary, 10 satisfy said
judgment, interest, commission, fees and
costs.
And unless You II. f. MeDaniels and un-
known heirs Of Ralph salew the said defendants
be and appear at the next regular term
of the circuit court of Adair county, Mis-
souri,, TO be begun and held at the court house
in kirksTille on the 2nd Monday in STra
1887, and answer or plead 20 said petition on or
before the sixth day OF said term OF court,
SHOULD the term so long continue, and II not.
then before the end OF the term,l the same
viii be taken as confessed and judgment rem
dered as asked for in plaintiffs petition IL Is
further ordered that copy OF this
order be published in the Weekly Graphic,
weekly newspaper published in said Adair
county for four weeks successfully, the last in
sertion to be II least four weeks before the
of the next term orthis court.
lsEAL.l j. B. DoDsoS. Clerk.
saHg z Gi5 I i .'sss.as.,s,s.s.sss .,...,, - :. ca
a s,y 10 " pup I c8s,go " us7A sssas 9asaapa 70
'.sss ,s.ss % sts ~ as~s.q,a.s = SaaSild3hQg
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St. Louis Markets

Hogs 450 to 600
Oats 2S to 2S5
Corn 30 to 80.
Rye 4S4
Hay 50 to s13, so.
Eggs 12Ic
Butter III to36c.
Turkeys 6 to y per lb.
Ducks Sl.75 to 2.25
Chickens S1.40 to S1.75
per doz.
Glover Seed $3.50
Timothy Seed SLIT
Broom Corn $50 to 80 per ton.
Potatoes so to 75c
Flax Seed--100
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STATE OF MISSOURI.

Emigrants VINO are daily cross
ing Missouri on their way to the
fertile fields of Kansas, or those
who are about to start, should
read the following from the Kan.
sas City Journal, relating to the
resources of this, the fifth state. il
the Union, as to population:
"Missourians, and especially
those Missourians, who live il
Kansas City are apt to speal
slightingly of their state, to lool
at Kansas with admiration for its
rapid advancement and to mourn.
fully echo the derisive cry of the
Kansas Press, Poor old Missouri.
Wherein is this state poor, and
what natural advantages does Kan
sas possess which this state has
not? Missouri ranks fifth among
the states of the Union in the
number of its people. 1t has q
population of more than 9, 100000
and has resources capable of sus-
tanning FIVE times that number II
contains 69.4I5 square miles of
fertile land, an erea nearly equal
to that of all New England. The
river frontage of the state ON the
Mississippi is $50 miles, and the
Missouri river flows directly
though the state. All railroads OF
any Importance now have Kansas
City and st. Louis connections.
With its railroads aud waterways,
Missouri is as well equipped for
commerce as any state in the Un-
ion. 5000 miles Of railway have
been built within the last thirty
wears. Missouri has not made
much of a record as a manufactur-
ing state, but she has all the natur-
al resources to equip her for man.
ufacturing. The trouble is that
thew have not been developed.
The coal fields extend over nearly
ono-third of her aera, and hel
stores of iron and lead, are practi-
callv inexhaustible. Other miner
ais are abundant. Copper, zine,
saltpeter, glass sand and fire clay
are found in large quantities. She
has forests and quarries and 2l5,-
900 farms.
Missouri has 5000 public
schools and academies and State
university which is well equipped
in allits departments. This state
is located in the middle of the
United States so far as population
is concerned. Its climate is al
that could be desired. 1t boasts
the most progressive city in the
United States. There is no reason
why the advantages offered by
Missouri should not draw East
ern capital to develop her resour.
ces. Missouri should become g
manufacturing state. Kansas City's
prosperity should prove infectious.
and the whole state should boom. .
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The perniclous tobognan is kill
ing off about as m any peo pie nowa-
days as the deadly car stove. The
stove should be loaded on the to-
boggan and both should be showed
down the slide into the lower
depths of innocuous desuetude.
Quincy Journal.
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The County Court and Pro!

lille County Court and Pros
scouting attorney deserve much
credit and the thanks of every tax
payer in the county, for their un-
wayering altitude in the line of
duty, which led to the investiga-
ton of the disposition of the sur
plus fees, and which will save a
large sum of money to the county.
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Absent minded people are funny.
Sir Isaac Newton wanted his SER
want to carry out a stove that was
getting too hot. A fellow stole
his dinner before his eyes, and he
aftwards thought he had eaten it
because he saw the dishes empty.
\ Scotch professor walked into
the middle of a horse pond while
pondering on Final Causes. Ben.
Franklin punched down the fire
in his pipe with the finger of a
young lady sitting at his side, and
severely burned the lily white
poker, a gentleman in Troy re-
ceived letter in the dark, used
the letter to light a lamp, and
then looked about for it to read
Pere Gratry one day in Paris
thinking he had left his watch at
home, took it out of his pocket to
see if he had time to go back after
it. Neander, the historian, used
to go to his lectures in his night
cap and night-gown, and some
times walked in the gutter.
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KIRKSVILLE MARKETS.

hlhhS iLLL WAnhClO.
EGGS 10 to l2a per doz
BUTTER-10 to is
OLD HENS-3Jc per ID.
FEATHERS-35c
OATS-20
HAY $500 to 7.5O
HOGS-3.5O to 500
COWS & HEIFERS- Fat 2lto a
BEESWAX- ISc
TALLOW-2t to Sc
LARD-6 to 7c
HORSES-S90 to sl4O
DRY COWS-11 to 2.
CORN-35c to 40
WHEAT-60c
RYE-35c
POTATOES to 90
Mills X COWS & CALYES-s2O
BOOSTERS s1.2O per doz
STEERS Common 2 to DC;
good light % to 800; good
hoayv 81 to 4G0
SHEEP 81, so to $3.50
HlDES-green q to 6. dry. s to 10
TIMOTHY SEED-Sl. so to 200
ONIONS-1.25 per bushel.
BRAN-65, i5c per hund.
SHORTS-90c per hund.
MINED FEED-S0c per hund.
TURkE9S-Live, 4c Der lb.
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The rockers on chair never
stick out half so far behind at
any other time as when man is
prowling around in the dark bare
footed.
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FoR SAtE-Farm OF us acres
within one mile of hirksville. Good S room
house, two halls, two room cellar. closets and
pantries. Good farm, orchard OF two hun
dred trees, small fruit, 100 acres in cultiva-
dous Is acres III good pasture Address this
1ifice.
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v5MEacan live at home, and make more
YEsAsmoney at work for us. than at any
thing else in this world Capital not
" " needed; you are started free Both
sexes; all ages. Any one can do tine work
Large earnings sure from first start. Costly
outht and terms free. Better not delay. Costs
you nothing to send US your address and fad
Lo /; YOU are wise you viii do so at ones. IT.
HA Fl X Co.. Portland Maine
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FOR SALE-Fine farm Of 100
acres. within three fourths mile of corporation
OF ktrksyille; good house. barn. and orchard
all in cultivation. Excellent land and plOwed
ready for sping seeding; well watered \ most
desirable property. Address this Office.
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For SALE-Farm of y acres, near
suburbs of town, good new house. rooms
and cellar. good orchard of four to five hun
dred trees, barn, three wells. - acres in cul-
tIvatIon. balance pasture, small fruit. i bar
gain Address this oiiics.
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For SALE-Farm of 120 acres in
walnut Township. l-2 miles southwest OF
LInderyille, 80 acres in cultivation for sale at
bargain. Address this Office
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1887-01-14
A Pleasant Social Party.

The residence of Mr. Fenton Snouher
was the scene, on the 4th instant, Of pleas.
ant entertainment and assembly OF the
younger members Of society, the occasion
being party given by Mr. and Mrs. Snouf.
fer in COMMUNICATION ol the twenty-frst
birthday Of their son, Mr. John Snouffer.
The eveLing was clear and cold, with fine
sleighing and bright moon, and the sleigh
bells lent their mystic charm 10 the happi
ness OF the occasion. The host aud hostess
/ were warm and hospltable in the reception
OF their guests, and left nothing und0nc 10
make Joyful Impression on the hearts Of
all present. Dancing and feastiDg were the
general order Of the evening, accompanied
by the old, old story, yet ever swect-fllrta.
ton. A highly animated violin inspired
the dancers, and they chung TO the fascinat-
ing pastime until the small hours OF the
morning. An elegant supper was served
about midnight, consisting of turkey, chick
en- salad, ham, fine coffee, &c, TO which the
guests manifested unequiyocal appreciation,
notwithstanding the absence Of all spirtu-
Gus liquors
The ladies were tastciuly appareled, and
the gentlemen made the usual graceful ap
pearaDcc Of old Montgomery beaux, with
here and there full evening dress. Among
the ladies' were many beautiful and hand.
somcly dressed representatives OF our cOun-
ty bellies. All were bright aud happy, and
long will the association OF Mr. Snouffer
and his birthday cling 10 the "reminiscences
Of a joyful night in the memory OF his
| friends.
Among the guests We recognized the
Misses Griffith, daughters OF our popular
ielow.citzen, Judge Griffith Misses Bowie,
Atkinson, Clara, Mamie and Hattie Waters;
Misses Beck, Owen, Wood, Warfeld, Bessie
and Rose Snoufer Misses Griffith, daugb.
ten of Richard Griffith, Esq. Messrs. At.
kinson, Cutip, Cfamer, Cooke, Chas. Wa.
tiers, Washington Waters, Watkins, Riggs
Griffith, Shreeves, q Magruder, Holland
Warheld, Win and John Snouffer and Thos.
Ware. Echo.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1887-01-14

Farmers COnventiOn.-.The annual
convention Of farmers and others interested
in agriculture will be held at the Sandy
Spring Lyceum, this county, ON Tuesday
January the 18th, 1887, at 10 o'clock, A. NJ
Lunch will be prepared by those residing
near.
In addition 10 the abstracts from the pro,
ceedings OF the various clubs and associa-
tons, there will be discussions on the fol
lowing questions:
1st AT what price should we sell hay
rather than feed it on our farmsy
End. Is it advisable for us to use South
Carolina rock alone as commercial iertil
ger for our principal crops, taking into con
sideration its cheapness and relative value
compared with other fertilizers 7
Bird. How can We make our farms pay US
better?
4th. Would not the adoption ot the town
ship system be of advantage to the agricul-
ture of Maryandg
9th. Can we lessen the acreage of corn To
advantage?
9th. Does it pay in our locality to use
commercial fertilizers on the corn CROP
9TH. To what extent should farmer pur-
chase improved farm machinery
HENRY G. HALLowELL,
President.
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Potomac items

AT tbt installation of Cromelin Lodge,
No. 50, L. Of p, the master of the Exche.
quer reprted the funds Of the Lodge TO be
$l0SG, with a membership of 70. No death
occurred Turing the year among the mem
beers.
Rev. Dr. Bond, assisted by the Rev. Mr..
Hamill, lave been conducting IA series Of
religious meetings at Cromelin Hail, Great
Falls, win success Their names have be-
come endared to- the people of that place.
A argestreet lamp has been put up at X.
OF Z. Hal Great Falls, which is much Of n
CONVENE &c during the dark nights.
Mrs. Charlotte A. Offutt, relct Of the late
John Ohltt, is lying very sick at the resi-
dence of Ter soDIn-law, VIM. Bull, Esq.
Mr.. Gorge II. Case recently cut one Of
his fnges nearly off in cutting box.
The following officers OF Great Falls Di.
vision, M 81, ). of T., have been installed
by James Daily, d. d. G. W. p: Thomas Il.
Bissett, w r.; VIM. NJ Hardcsty, w. A.;
Samuel W. Bissett, X. s.; Charles Elms, A,
s.; JosephE Bissett, F.S; James DAILY, Fl
VIM. RilY, Chaplain; VIM. Bissctt, Con.
ductor; H.rry Gibbs, A. G.; Thos. Jack.
son, |. s.; B. jackson, .. ). The Division
is in yerl prosperous condition and con-
tnues 10 receive members
Mr. Wn. c. Connell Il still confined tc
his room ly protracted sickness, and with
= ight improvement.
lce.getLiag IN orr community has occu
pied all WAC have ice houses TO Ill. Ice from
8 to i2 inches has been secured.
Jan. II, 1897. LEX ScRIPTA.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1887-01-14
are pleased 10 see

Appointment.-We are pleased tn see
that Mr. Silas Wright Davis, of this County.
aud late principal OF the public school at
Poolesvlle, after successful examination,
has been appointed to a responsible position
in tho Custom House at Baltimore. Mr. Davis
is gentleman OF culture, popular with the
people, aud for twenty years has been
firm, consistent and Woodworking Deuo.
crat We arc warranted in the assertion
that MIR. Davis appointment will meet with
the endorsement OF the Democracy through.
out the county, and that he will prove
valuable public officer.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1887-01-14
POOiesville items.

Sleighing is being INDUCED ip though
there is a deficiency Of snow.
w. r. Walter slipped on the sleet and fell
against the corner Of his store.h house aud
broke and bruised his arm near the shoulder
very badly. Thos. Rawlins also fell near his
home and fractured several ribs.
Vernon Hempstone has purchased the
stock Of merchandise OF Dr. WalliDg and
will continue the business at the same stand.
G. r. Grimes is having an addition built
20 his shoe store.
w. Williams is losing his hogs by some
disease supposed to be cholera
The union ermeeting was well at
tended, different subject was selected for
each evening. r.
Preaching ibis week by Rev. Mr.. Buckle
in the Presbyterian church.
Rev. w. S. o. Thomas received vigorous
pounding this evening, consisting Of sub.
stantials, g. At night the scholars OF the
Baptist ci urch were given treat Of pres.
en,s and candies by the officers and teachers.
Jan. 1897 /.